The FEAP Code of Conduct for European Aquaculture

Social and Economic Relationships

Aquaculture has an important role to play in bridging the gap between the supply and demand of affordable, nutritious food of high quality.

• Aquaculture operators must be aware of the social contribution required of their professional activities and assure their integration in local community development and planning.
• Aquaculture operations must be based on technology and equipment that ensure the safety of the employees. This includes establishing routines for handling materials and chemicals to avoid health hazards to workers.
• The aquaculture sector acknowledges its responsibility towards local society by providing a safe and stable workplace.
• Training appropriate to the responsibilities of those engaged in aquaculture should be integral to all operations.

Aquaculture sectors throughout Europe provide significant economic benefits in the regions where they are located, many of which are remote and relatively disadvantaged. Each sector will endeavour to ensure the short and long-term balance between supply and demand, so as to deliver economic stability to European aquaculture.